Appealing a Denied Workers' Comp Claim in Utah

To contest a denial by the employer or its insurer, the worker files an Application for Hearing with the Labor Commission's Division of Adjudication; disability claims are barred unless filed within six years of the accident (and proven within 12 years), and death claims within one year of the death. An administrative law judge's decision becomes final 30 days after it is issued unless a party files a motion for review with the Division within 30 days; the Labor Commissioner hears it unless a party asks for the Appeals Board. The Commissioner's or Appeals Board's decision is final unless further appeal is started within 30 days.

An administrative law judge decides the Application for Hearing; the decision becomes final 30 days after it is issued unless a party files a motion for review with the Division of Adjudication within 30 days. The Labor Commissioner hears the review unless a party asks for the Appeals Board. Within 30 days after the Commissioner's or Appeals Board's decision, an aggrieved party may seek judicial review in the Utah Court of Appeals.

If benefits are disputed, a claim for disability compensation is barred unless the employee files an Application for Hearing with the Labor Commission's Division of Adjudication within six years of the accident and proves entitlement within 12 years of the accident (with limited exceptions). A claim for death benefits must be filed within one year of the death. Medical bills must be submitted to the employer or insurer within one year of the later of when they were incurred or when the worker knew they were related to the work injury.